If you have a civil litigation/commercial dispute and need advice, we will evaluate the claim and advise on the next steps that should be taken. Our expert disputes lawyers will help you explore alternative dispute resolution methods first to try and avoid the case going to court, as it tends to be faster and cost less. If that fails and you choose to pursue it in court, we’ll use our substantial expertise to guide you on the strategy and the process and be with you during the case.
Call our specialist solicitors on 0808 231 1320
In 2021 the Legal 500 said ‘The Tees dispute resolution team works very quickly and efficiently, with zeal and true professionalism. The members of the team are friendly and extremely personable. They work well together and can be contacted easily. Their depth of knowledge is exceptional and this knowledge is used cleverly with individual clients’ needs always at the forefront.‘
Our specialist lawyers are based in:
But we can help you wherever you are in England and Wales.
Associate - Dispute resolution & litigation
Brentwood office
Senior Associate - Dispute resolution & litigation
Royston office
Partner - Dispute resolution & litigation
Bishop's Stortford office
Partner - Dispute resolution & litigation
Chelmsford office
Danielle Samuels
Brentwood
Excellent service from Sarah Stanyer at the Brentwood branch. Recommended to me by a friend, Sarah handled my employment documents and explained what I needed in a professional, patient and thorough way.
Legal 500 UK 2021
‘Their prompt and personal service alongside the effort they go to make sure that they get to know the client and give individual advice tailored to the specific problem that the client has‘.
Legal 500 UK 2021
‘Tees has a very strong reputation regionally. It is large enough to service all of its clients but not so large as to be impersonal or to compromise on client care‘
Legal 500 UK 2021
'Darren Perks and Caroline Metcalf are stand-out partners.'
Legal 500 UK 2021
"Sara Stabler brings a pragmatic approach to litigation, providing realistic solutions for her clients."
Mr Nick Loftus
Ipswich
I have instructed Caroline Metcalf twice on what turned out to be very complex and protracted disputes. Her hard work and determination have ensured we’ve reached a very satisfactory resolution. Caroline is always very responsive, diligent in all she does and very pleasant to deal with.
V. Smyth
Bishop's Stortford
A huge thank you to Caroline. I can't thank you enough. I honestly never thought I would ever see any of my money again. When I told my children last night the first thing they said was "what a wonderful solicitor to have." I'm so very grateful and very happy. You are a real lifesaver.
Mr Jon Tidbury, Ramsden Trailer Conversions
Billericay
I'd like to say how helpful Sarah Stanyer was. Sarah gave me reassuring and great advice first thing, followed by an excellent email that appears to have made the gentleman in question back down. For the average 'Joe Bloggs' like me with no legal knowledge, it was invaluable.
Common reasons to challenge or contest a will include:
People who may be able to claim against an estate under the Inheritance Act 1975 include:
How can I make an Inheritance Act 1975 claim?
You might be able to make a claim through the Inheritance Act 1975 if:
If you are the spouse or civil partner, you are entitled to such financial provision as is reasonable in all circumstances. For anyone else wanting to bring a claim, it is a case of such reasonable financial provision as is necessary for their maintenance, and within the constraints of what the estate can provide. What constitutes ‘reasonable’ provision is very much dependent on the facts and circumstances in question. It would therefore be sensible to obtain legal advice first if you are thinking of bringing a claim.
A probate caveat is a means to stop a probate application, for example if there is a dispute about the will or the persons applying for probate. In order to enter a caveat, it is necessary to make an application to the Probate Registry.
A Will is intended as the deceased person’s last expression of their wishes in respect of their estate. Usually a Will should remain as it was when the deceased approved and signed it. A Will can only be varied with the agreement of all the beneficiaries of the estate (effected by Deed of Variation).
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